Fullarton vs Highgate
The verdict
Fullarton is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.80M versus $2.11M in Highgate. Highgate rates higher for transport (79 vs 74). Fullarton has a shorter estimated CBD commute (23 vs 24 min).
Scores
| Fullarton | Highgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 81 | 83 |
| Transport | 74 | 79 |
| Education | 88 | 88 |
| Liveability | 82 | 82 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Fullarton | Highgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,500 | 1,504 |
| Median age | 44 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,686 | $2,192 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 62.9% | 68.7% |
| Born in Australia | 67.8% | 73.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.6 |
Growth: Fullarton Stable · Highgate Stable
Property
| Fullarton | Highgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.80M | $2.11M |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $850 | $630 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Fullarton | Highgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 80 | 81 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 156 | 199 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 156 | 66 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,067 | 1,729 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Fullarton | Highgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 2 |
| Government | 0 | 1 |
| Independent | 1 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,130 | 1,145 |
See the full school list on each profile: Fullarton · Highgate
Transport
| Fullarton | Highgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 74 | 79 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 10 | 7 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 23 | 24 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.7 km | 2.1 km |
Liveability
| Fullarton | Highgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 15.5°C | 15.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 550 | 550 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 1 | 1 |
| Parks | 3 | 0 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 1 |
| Swimming pools | 26 | 6 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 10.7 km | 10.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 3.7 km | 4.2 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.4 km | 3.1 km |
Population & growth
| Fullarton | Highgate | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,500 | 1,504 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,708 | 1,574 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,855 | 1,623 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.14% | 1.14% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Fullarton or Highgate?
Highgate has the higher residential safety score (Fullarton 80/100 vs Highgate 81/100).
Which is more affordable, Fullarton or Highgate?
Fullarton is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.80M versus $2.11M.
Which has better schools, Fullarton or Highgate?
Highgate has a higher average school ICSEA (Fullarton 1130 vs Highgate 1145; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Fullarton or Highgate?
Highgate has the higher transport score (Fullarton 74/100 vs Highgate 79/100).
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